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Michelle Chevalier Confused about conventional versus DSCR
9 June 2024 | 18 replies
there are few things that you should know about DTI :- every conventional lender has different way of calculating DTI"This statement is actually technically not true, but in practice it seems to be.
Edward Schenkel Ask An Attorney Anything About Real Estate Law
9 June 2024 | 223 replies
I am a seasoned real estate attorney and enjoy not only practicing law but teaching about real estate law.
David Byrd Beginner Questions - Forum Etiquette, Research, Networking.
8 June 2024 | 1 reply
Find Brandon's videos on YouTube for the "four square" method of analyzing homes and practice.
Jerell Edmonds Section 8 housing need help !
8 June 2024 | 4 replies
That is a requirement in Washington and likely in your state also. btw  - as a best practice, I suggest you avoid comparing applicants to each other.
Larry Wallace Need Advice on Situation
8 June 2024 | 5 replies
Situations like this are why some landlords have crazy long leases, filled with addendums like "no fish tanks over 100 gallons" and "no indoor archery practice".
Tyson Scheutze The Price of Property Management
8 June 2024 | 1 reply
These are some of the ways the clients could be affected by property managers who are not prepared: Extended VacanciesInadequate marketing strategies and tenant screening processes can result in prolonged vacancy periods, translating into substantial lost rental income.High tenant turnover due to poor resident relations further exacerbates vacancy losses.Inadequate Maintenance and RepairsNeglecting preventive maintenance and delaying necessary repairs can lead to accelerated property deterioration and higher long-term repair costs.This can also negatively impact tenant satisfaction, contributing to higher turnover rates.Legal and Compliance IssuesLack of knowledge or disregard for landlord-tenant laws and regulations can expose investors to costly legal disputes and penalties.Failure to properly handle security deposits, evictions, or fair housing practices can result in significant financial liabilities.Ineffective Financial ManagementInaccurate budgeting, expense tracking, and financial reporting can lead to uninformed decision-making and missed opportunities for cost savings.Failure to optimize tax strategies and leverage available deductions can further reduce net returns.Diminished Property ValueInadequate maintenance, high vacancy rates, and poor tenant screening can negatively impact a property’s perceived value and appreciation potential.This can significantly affect the long-term return on investment when it comes time to sell the asset.While a 10% management fee may seem reasonable for a well-performing property manager, the cumulative impact of mismanagement can quickly escalate the effective cost to investors, potentially outweighing any perceived savings on the management fee itself.
Donna Yu I am new but ready.
10 June 2024 | 27 replies
Find Brandon's videos on YouTube for the "four square" method of analyzing homes and practice.
Avrohom Green I have $20,000 in cash is there any way to get into the market?
7 June 2024 | 19 replies
Find Brandon's videos on YouTube for the "four square" method of analyzing homes and practice.
Ezequiel Gomez Marin Private Lenders and Wholesellers in PR
6 June 2024 | 3 replies
I am interested in doing BURRRS strategy, but havent found those types of professionals / practices in the island.so far. 
Brian J Allen Can Worcester Afford these rents?
7 June 2024 | 4 replies
Boston and the immediate surrounds are still the employment capital of the region and people are enduring longer and longer commutes for the opportunity to work in the colleges, hospitals, pharma companies and financial district of Boston / Cambridge.I wonder if there's a practical limit.